Prompt Templates for ChatGPT

13 copy-ready ChatGPT prompt templates across writing, coding, analysis and summarization. Fill in the brackets, paste into ChatGPT (or Claude), and go — or save every one straight into PromptShelf so they're one click away next time.

Writing

Act as an experienced content strategist. Write a detailed outline for a blog post titled "[TITLE]" aimed at [AUDIENCE]. Include an intro hook, 5-7 H2 sections with 2-3 bullet points each, and a closing CTA. Keep the tone [TONE, e.g. conversational, expert, casual].

Rewrite the following text to be more concise and punchy without losing meaning. Cut filler words, shorten sentences, and keep the original tone. Return only the rewritten version:

[PASTE TEXT]

Write a short, personalized cold outreach email to [RECIPIENT ROLE] at [COMPANY]. My offer: [ONE-LINE OFFER]. Keep it under 120 words, no generic flattery, one clear ask, and a plain-text sign-off from [NAME].

Turn this idea into 5 short social post variations (under 280 characters each) for [PLATFORM]. Vary the hook style (question, bold claim, stat, story, contrarian take) but keep the core message the same:

[IDEA]

Coding

Explain what the following code does, line by line where it's non-obvious. Call out any bugs, edge cases, or performance issues you notice. Language: [LANGUAGE].

[PASTE CODE]

Write a [LANGUAGE] function named [FUNCTION NAME] that [DESCRIBE BEHAVIOR]. Include input validation, handle edge cases, and add short inline comments. Return only the code, no explanation.

I'm getting this error in [LANGUAGE/FRAMEWORK]:

[PASTE ERROR]

Here's the relevant code:

[PASTE CODE]

Explain the likely cause and give me a fixed version.

Review this code as a senior [LANGUAGE] engineer would in a pull request. Flag correctness bugs first, then readability/maintainability issues, then nitpicks. Be specific about line numbers or snippets:

[PASTE CODE]

Analysis

Compare [OPTION A] and [OPTION B] for [USE CASE]. Give me a table covering cost, ease of use, and key limitations, then a one-paragraph recommendation for someone who values [PRIORITY, e.g. speed over cost].

Do a SWOT analysis for [BUSINESS/PRODUCT/IDEA]. Be specific and realistic, not generic — ground each point in something concrete about the market or the offer. Format as four labeled sections.

Steelman the strongest possible case for [POSITION], even if you disagree with it. Then list the two or three weakest points in that case. Be intellectually honest, not balanced for its own sake.

Summarization

Summarize the following in 3 bullet points, then one sentence for someone in a hurry. No fluff, no repeating the source's own framing — just the facts that matter:

[PASTE TEXT]

Turn these raw meeting notes into: (1) a 3-sentence summary, (2) a list of decisions made, (3) a list of action items with an owner and rough deadline for each, inferred from context where not stated explicitly:

[PASTE NOTES]